On February 13, 2002 the body of Sharon Marie Mills was found located in a drainage ditch at the intersection of County Road 173 and Lyons Lane located just north of Bonifay in Holmes County, Florida. From the Florida Department of Law Enforcement: The body of Ms. Eileen Seymour was discovered in her home at lot 103, 1625 NE Fiveash Street in DeSoto County Floridaon March 02, 2006. The victim had most likely been dead between two and ten years when discovered. The Flat Tire Murders: Unsolved Crimes of a South Florida Serial Killer Paperback - September 30, 2021 by Michael P. Burns (Author) 15 ratings Kindle $10.99 Read with Our Free App Paperback $19.99 4 Used from $18.21 13 New from $19.99 South Florida in the 1970s was one of the nation's most dangerous locations. Hundreds of people have been interviewed, interrogated and polygraphed (taken lie-detector tests). Anyone with information, please call Investigator Samatha Schill, OCSO, at (850) 609-2003, or Special Agent (SA) Kenny Pinkard, FDLE, (800)226-8574 or email kennypinkard@fdle.state.fl.us. According to police, the crime scene was extremely violent. The victim has yet to be identified. Initially no foul play was suspected, however, after receiving the autopsy report, investigators learned that Chason died prior to the fire.Following numerous leads, investigators learned that a vehicle, possibly some type of pickup truck (no further description), was seen leaving the crime scene at approximately 9:45 p.m., on the night of the fire. Unsolved Homicides. Detectives say a receipt found at the crime scene shows a purchase at 1:09 a.m. on Aug. 5. Ron Rice, Taylor County Sheriff's Office, (904) 584-4225. This database currently consists of unsolved homicides from 50 Florida counties, 46 U.S. states, and 3 international countries. killed Keira Banks has remained a mystery. After arriving at the scene, deputies found the body of 24-year-old Banks in the doorway of her home. The identification of the victim is unknown at this time. Anonymity is guaranteed! The pit is approximately one mile south of County Road 218 West. Investigators believe the victim was raped, but that has not been proved. Both women were found murdered in their bedrooms. Also pictured are pieces of jewelry detectives located at the scene believed to be the victims.Any agency with information leading to the identity of the unidentified female is asked to contact Det. First published on January 17, 2018 / 2:21 PM. GILLS body was discovered by her seventeen (17) year old daughter after returning home from school which was subsequently reported to CCSO. Prior to the doomed voyage, Bishop met FlorianMeyer Bourch, a German living and working in Miami, FL, who invited Bishop to accompany him on the trip to Haiti. Although the case is more than two decades old, it's still under active investigation.Kiracofe asks anyone with information to contact Special Agent Brian Falstrom at 410-7612. You don't have to leave your name and if your tip leads to an arrest in an unsolved homicide you could be eligible for a cash reward of up to $5,000. Anyone with information is urged to call Pinellas County Crimestoppers at 1-800-873-TIPS (8477) or contact the Pinellas Park Police Department at the numbers listed below. Bones recovered at the scene showed signs of arthritic lipping, indicating that the victim may have suffered from back problems. Lisa Bishop dreamed of being an investigative journalist, which led the 23-year-old to travel to Haiti in December 1988 aboard the freighter Freedon. The missing persons investigation was initiated by the Niceville Police Department (NPD), and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), took over as the lead investigative agency. On March 2, 1995 at approximately 3:00 p.m., Teresa Russo's body was located in her vehicle. Cold cases remain unresolved, often for years. The area was often used by bikers for camping, which, along with clothing and personal items found on the body, led authorities to believe he was a biker. The firearm used in her murder was tied to another incident in Shalimar, Florida where a 15 year old white female was shot in the hip, in May 1974. Investigators feel that the suspect that they are attempting to locate stole Colons identification in 1996 or is possibly a family associate. The Unsolved Cases in Florida website features unsolved homicide cases that have been submitted by local law enforcement agencies for placement on this website. The body was skeletonized with no soft tissue remaining. Jennifer's clothing, including the red sweater and Hooter's jacket, have not been found. Anyone with information, please call SAS Eric Yopp, FDLE, at (850) 410-7645 or (800) 342-0820, or Major Bill Poole, Wakulla County Sheriffs Office at (850) 926-0800. If you have any information in reference to this homicide, please contact Miami Dade Police Department Detective T. Romagni at (305) 471-2400 or Crime Stoppers at (305) 471-TIPS (471-8477). Tonya was last seen alive at the bar around 1 a.m. Case #87-15546 (Unsolved-447). The body was discovered by a land surveyor conducting a study of the property. The Unsolved Cases in Florida website features unsolved homicide cases that have been submitted by local law enforcement agencies for placement on this website. Determined upon autopsy was the fact Wells was the victim of murder. On March 28, 2000 the medical examiners office reviewed the case and indications of blunt trauma were found at which time Jones death was reclassified as a homicide. If you need help with the Public File, call 407-291-6000. To this date, Christy has not been located. He was traveling under the alias Richard Gunning. Capt. A masked black male entered the salon. Directions and Map (904) 525-8080. A struggle over Mazalewskis purse resulted in the suspect shooting and killing Ms. Mazalewski.Contact Information:Detective J.D. She was seen by another eyewitness at mile marker 15 and around 6:30 that night at mile marker 17. Ms. Howard had been brutally murdered in her home.Ms. On 08/19/2002 the victim was found murdered and dumped in a canal adjacent to 1-75 at the 52 mile marker in Collier County, Naples, FL. Images: Florida's 74 unsolved homicides Orlando, FL 32801 66 Clear 3% Change MORE No Severe Weather Alerts in Your Area Sign Up to Get Future Alerts 1 / 2 Advertisement Images: Florida's 74. The night prior to the homicide Jones had been hanging out with friends, drinking alcohol and walking the local streets in the area of his residence. Teresa had been shot several times. On 6/24/99 at 8:50PM, Tim Chanthavong was murdered at 26th Ave N. & 60th St in St. Petersburg, FL. All of the cases were posted by local law enforcement agencies in the state. On March 10, 2003 a positive identification was made of the victim. On July 25th, 2001, the bludgeoned body of Irving Sicherer was discovered in his home at 20515 E. Country Club Drive, Aventura, Florida. The victim may have had ties to Tampa FL, Miami, FL and/or Reno NV. The victims facial characteristics are the result of a forensic facial reconstruction. Julie Ann Snell was last seen alive on Halloween night in 1979. During the investigation it was determined that Martin had been in the Seville Quarter area of Pensacola during the early morning hours of Thursday 04/28/00. Experts will examine the plants to determine where they might have grown.He also had a white handkerchief, a pocket knife and a Swiss army knife attached to a chain around his neck.If you have any information that will help investigators to identify this individual please contact:Medical Examiners Office, District 5Gwendlyn Shorter or Ray Stoel809 Pine StreetLeesburg, FL 34748(352) 326-5961fax 365-6438, The Tarpon Springs Police Department is attempting to identify the remains of a man discovered on January 12, 2005.The pictured composite was created from skeletal remains that were discovered in a wooded area in the of the 44000 block of U.S. 19 in Tarpon Springs on 01/12/05. After all these years, detectives are still unable to find out who she is and what happened to her.The case began on February 15, 1991. She was last seen alive the afternoon of 2-28-77.JULIE ANN COHENDESC: W/F, 8-30-54VEH: 1974 Ford PintoAnyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact Inv. Included in these lists are the many unsolved murders in northern Florida, which include the 1986 murder of Howard "Kip" Evans, the 2009 murder of Tymon Ross, the 2004 murder of Kristin Dunn, the 1994 murder of Laralee Spear, and the 1978 murder of Carol Lynn Sullivan, among countless others. Collier County Sheriff's CorporalSteven CalkinsarrestedFelipe Santos in October 2003 and Terrance Williams inJanuary 2004. While walking in the parking lot, two suspects approached from the side of the theatre building. Because of her clothing especially a sweater and moccasins, she stood out. Unsolved Homicides Home Unsolved Homicides The St. Petersburg Police Department investigates both UCR reportable and non-UCR reportable homicides. The Martin County Sheriffs Office, Stuart, FL, is attempting to locate a suspect, who is using the name Angel Benitez Colon, and is also wanted by the Palm Beach County Sheriffs Office, West Palm Beach, FL, on charges of lewd and lascivious act in the presence of a child and showing obscene material to a minor.On 2-7-99, at approximately 1230 hours, Teresa was found floating in the St. Lucie River. Her nude body was found February 15 near a frequently used illegal campground on West Summerland Key, just south of the Bahia Honda Channel Bridge.For over a decade, police in the Florida Keys have been trying to solve a mystery -- a mystery involving a young girl. Nadia Dombrowski managed to escape and called Police. Her killer was nowhere to be found. On12/24/96 Julian Mendioladied as a result of a Home Invasion Robberyin his home at 2173 NE Goolsby Ave.Investigators discoveredthat two masked assailants had entered the home demanding money. On September 7, 1980 early morning hours, the body of Charles Dale Smith was found in the middle of Highway 90 just east of the city of Grand Ridge in Jackson County, Florida. She was last seen alive between 1 and 2 a.m. that day in Wakulla County. While there are currently more than 400 cases posted, law enforcement expects that number to grow since the public can also submit unsolved cases to be featured on the website. Often, information comes to light many years after the crime was committed. That quickly expanded to offering insight to survivor families and law enforcement. The skull has two bullet holes in it indicating that the decedent was the victim of a homicide. The initial results of the autopsy were that Jones died prior to the vehicle fire, and it was believed that Jones death was suicide. Christy has light brown hair and hazel eyes. The car was left at Hillside Dr. S. & 6th Way.Tims family is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the killer. About this case: Name : ELEANOR SWIFT Location : 7801 Ridge Road, Seminole, Fl Date : 2/13/1987 Synopsis : This case is related to the murder of Opal Weil. 1301 First Avenue North, St. Petersburg, FL 33705, Non-Emergency:
The victims were discovered in the home of Jack Sharp on the morning of October 12, 1983. High among them: The killers made infamous in Truman . Sharon Mills was last seen alive around December 30, 2001 when she allegedly traveled to Panama City, Florida. While walking South on the beach, Rachel passed numerous people on the beach and persons around the pool area of the Jupiter Beach Hilton.This homicide occurred on a public beach on St. Patricks Day, 1990. Witnesses told detectives they saw three or four men fleeing the scene a short time after the shooting. The victims hair color was brown with bleached streaks. 40-55 years of age, 508-603, possible salt and pepper colored hair.The following clothing was discovered on the victim:Size 10.5 Cross Trekker sneakersdenim pants (size 38x34) w/ a white rope around the waist that was being utilized as a beltColored medium sized button down shirt and a dark colored knit type watch capContact Det. An autopsy indicated the woman likely died of a gunshot wound. There are 17 mentioned total. He was armed with an unknown type of rifle. Additional counties and states will be added to this database as time and funding permit. 2000, On 04/28/00 at 7:50 a.m. the body of Glenda Suzanne Martin was found in Escambia Bay at the Archie Glover Boat Ramp off Avalon Blvd. Sweat drove a newer, red, Toyota Spider convertible, which was still parked in his driveway. All indications are that Smith was walking eastbound on Hwy 90 and was struck by an unknown vehicle and run over. Hearst Television participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. Tim Farmer, Orange County Sheriffs Office, 2500 West Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32804, (407) 254-7000, ext. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Wakulla County Sheriffs Office, Bureau of State Fire Marshal and Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms are offering a reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the arson and the homicide of RUTH ANN CHASON, on the night of January 10, 2001, in Sopchoppy, Florida. Those who have withheld information about the homicide - and are not involved - will not face criminal charges for failing to come forward thus far. She was approximately 5'2" tall and weighed around 125 pounds. Investigation suggests the victim may have gone by the name Suzanne or Sue. Mendiola was shot when he resisted his attackers. 520 in Orange County, FL. On July 5, 2007, the body of Vivian Cain Reagen was found near the corner of Boggy Creek Road and Osceola Parkway in Kissimmee. Chester Simons and Deborah . Originally, the remains were thought to be those of an adult white male, however, later DNA testing revealed that the remains were those of an adult white or white/black admixture female. 436/Spring Oaks, Altamonte Springs Her partially clad body was discovered on Peacock Drive near Creighton Road a few hours later. That was the last sighting of the mystery girl. 2018 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. C. Leedy, St. Petersburg Police Department, 727 -893-7613. Neighbors heard a womans scream coming from McClouds residence at about 5:00 am on Thursday July 26, 2007. in Santa Rosa County. Windsurfers camping in the area near Bahia Honda State Recreation area, located near mile marker 35 on US 1 in the Florida Keys, made the gruesome discovery of a young dead girl. On December 26, 1999 Pinellas Park Fire Department units responded to the address of 5461 65 Avenue in reference to a vehicle fire. In April 2011, Norris family flew to Florida to claim his remains and an active homicide investigation started.The investigation shows that Norris traveled to Citrus County, Florida to purchase his marijuana from an organization operating in that county. These are just some of the cases posted on the website. The victim was last seen via security camera accompanied by a dark skinned white male or Latin male entering the victims apartment on the evening of July 23rd, 2001.Mr. During the next days, law enforcement equipped with police dogs and hundreds of volunteers scoured 60 square miles of rolling groves, pastures and woods surrounding the tiny Pasco town of Dade City. The bodies lay unburied for possibly eight years or more, clustered closely enough to suggest a serial killer may have used the swampy area as a dumping ground. "This website allows local agencies to display their unsolved homicide cases to be seen by millions of eyes.". The assailant(s) removed the following items from the premise, prior to their escape. Anyone with information about any homicide can contact the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office at (904) 630-0500 or e-mail police at JSOCrimeTips @jaxsheriff.org. The Columbia County Sheriffs Office, Lake City, FL, is attempting to identify a body discovered near a rest area on I-10 in the northwest end of Columbia County in November of 1978. Investigators have determined that the two were killed between 7 a.m. and 8 a.m. A few weeks after the murder, authorities searched a canal near the couple's apartment. Deputies said Cahanes was strangled to death. Information can be given anonymously. Copyright 2023 ClickOrlando.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. The Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers offers a reward of up to $3,000 to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest of the person or persons responsible for any homicide committed in our city. Calkinsreceived notification in October 2018 that Williams's family intended to sue him for wrongful death. The other tattoo is a cross with radiating lines of line behind it in the web of her left hand. The victim was wearing a "Tropical Resort" short sleeved aqua colored shirt with fishnet sleeves; a pair of "Roberto Orsisni" blue jeans that appeared to be pinstriped; a tie belt made of a red ribbon and a light blue ribbon with beads and feathers on the ends; a pair of bluish gray and white "HCV" tennis type shoes with light blue laces and bells tied to the to end of the laces. According to the Medical Examiners Office, Henrys body had been in decomposition for approximately 2 weeks. Investigation of this case continues. Investigators found her car 4 days after her disappearance parked at a local Wal Mart. Gary Baney, Santa Rosa County Sheriff's Office, 850-983-1191 orSpecial Agent Dennis Nordstrom, FDLE, 800-226-8574. The area, at the time of Ms. Espeys death, was a wooded, none residential area.Ms. Jennifer was last seen wearing a white zip-up "Hooters" sweat jacket with orange lettering on the left sleeve, a red long sleeve pullover sweater, possible cashmere or angora, a white turtleneck shirt, white denim pants and black lace-up style boots.Anyone with information pertaining to this crime is urged to contact:Det. HooverTallahassee Police DepartmentMajor Case Assessment Team850-891-4721, William "Bill" Smith, killed in April 1995, On Thursday, April 13th, 1995 sometime after 11 pm, William Bill Smith was found beaten severely in the parking lot of American Legion Post 268 (1690 Ave H West, Riviera Beach). It could not be determined if she had been sexually violated due to the condition of the body. They had few clues to go on but they hoped one item would jog someone's memory. (Source: FDLE). Central Florida is no stranger to its share of cold cases,. Welles was last known alive after returning from Wal-mart the same afternoon and went the area alone to complete the last of his days chores. Anyone with information regarding this crime is urged to contact:Robbery/Homicide Unit for the Clay County Sheriff's Office at 904-264-6512. Ed Mignone, University of Florida Police Department, P.O. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. On February 27, 1995 at approximately 9:30 p.m., Teresa Russo disappeared from the Palm Beach Outlet Mall on Okeechobee Boulevard after leaving the store where she worked. Kim's body was found on a dirt road between Howard Street and Santa Rosa Drive in the City of Rockledge. On the evening of January 10, a caller reported a house fire to the Wakulla County Sheriffs Office. On September 22, 1994, at approximately 6:30 a.m., Amanda was reported missing at her residence in North Lauderdale by her father and mother. He was last seen leaving his workplace which was a Dodge dealership in Brooksville, Florida on 10/31/97. Rachel did not arrive to where her mother was waiting and at 4:00 PM a search of the area was started. It was among Florida's oldest unsolved crimes on record, notorious for its brutality, as well as for a pool of suspects that numbered over 600. Debra Elizabeth Espey, killed in March 1973, On March 12, 1973, Debra Elizabeth Espey, 19 year old white female, went missing from the Okaloosa Walton Jr. College (OWJC), in Niceville, Florida. Sweat was stabbed in his front yard, 4024 SW 38th St (near Archer Road and Interstate-75). (TSPD case number 05-00142.). The investigation has also revealed the members of that group.The Norris family has established a website, www.whokilledjamesnorris.com, which talks about the search for their loved one.Anyone with information regarding this crime is urged to contact: Special Agent Mike Kennedy, FDLE, Tallahassee, Fla., (850) 410-7450 or Major Scott Harden, Dixie County Sheriffs Office, (352) 498-3312. DNA evidence helped investigators identify two of the victims asErik Kohler and John Blevins. It's unknown if any additional evidence was found. Authorities have asked anyone with any information about this case to email bjaynes@seminolesheriff.org or call 407-665-6600. Robert Faugno (727) 937-2549, Tarpon Springs Police Department with any information regarding this case. On August 31, 2004, at approximately 8:30PM Susan Perkins and a friend were tinting windows in a salon on Maitland Avenue. The girl was wearing a knitted, long-sleeved sweater with wide red, black and purple horizontal stripes; long knee length denim shorts; and black ankle-high Indian-moccasin booties with red stitching.Florida Jane Doe also has two tattoos including a large heart with the word "Love" in the middle of it on her upper left arm. The attacker may have been known to McCloud as there were no signs of forced entry. CASH REWARD OF UP TO $5,000. From the scene it is obvious that Seymour died as a result of homicide. Sadly, this girl is only known as Florida Jane Doe. Unsolved Mysteries Of The 1970s That Still Keep Us Up At Night. Previously, he served as executive producer of News 6 at 11 p.m. The public can submit tips and contact investigators in the unsolved cases. All of these people were murdered and their cases were never solved. Neighbors heard a womans scream coming from McClouds residence at about 5:00 am on Thursday July 26, 2007. To this day, police have no information indicating where this girl is from or who she is, therefore, detectives are unable to solve this horrific murder. As unsolved crimes fade from the headlines . If you develop any information which you believe will be useful in this investigation please contact Detective Peter A. Barone, office (863) 402- 7274, cell (863) 381-2070. According to Seminole County deputies, Cahanes graduated from naval training on Aug. 3, 1984. Anyone with information on this crime or the identity of the victim is asked to please contact the Miami Beach Police Department, at (305) 673-7945 or Crime Stoppers at (305) 471-TIPS. He was finally declared dead seven years later in 1982, though his body was never recovered, and speculations as to what happened abound to this day. Unidentified FemaleDESC: White or mixed race female, average height and weightMISC: Dental characteristics: porcelain over metal crown on right upper front tooth, occlusal amalgum filling in first lower left molarAnyone having information concerning the identity of the victim or the circumstances surrounding this homicide, is urged to contactRobbery/Homicide Unit for the Clay County Sheriff's Office at 904-264-6512, reference case #99036363. Fire units arrived on scene at approximately 7:09am and discovered the victim later identified as Brannon Lee Jones badly burned inside of the vehicle. (727) 893-7521, Loyalty Integrity Honor
Unsolved Homicides Click the names below to view information about unsolved cases in the City of Tampa, Florida. Unsolved Cases In Florida The Unsolved Cases in Florida website features unsolved homicide cases that have been submitted by local law enforcement agencies for placement on this website. Please call either the Homicide Unit at (305) 603-6350, Crime Stoppers at 305-471-8477, or visit the website at https://www.crimestoppers305.com . Authorities are offering a reward up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for this murder.Authorities are also seeking information from anyone who may have seen Mrs. Melvin's vehicle (see above) during the week of May 11-15, 1998. An examination revealed the man was murdered, even though some of his bones were scattered by animals. Name Description Her death was ruled as homicide by violence.If you have any information regarding Tina McQuaig's homicide, please call Investigator Warren Smith, Jacksonville Sheriff's Office 904-630-2172 or e-mail Warren.Smith@jaxsheriff.org.